Sainsbury's and Argos hire 17,500 seasonal Christmas staff

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 10 Oct, 06:19 · Archive

Sainsbury's and Argos are recruiting 17,500 seasonal staff across the UK for Christmas.

Sainsbury's and Argos are recruiting 17,500 seasonal staff across the UK to support stores, warehouses and delivery operations during the Christmas period. Seasonal roles will be available in supermarkets, convenience stores, Argos outlets and online fulfilment centres.

Staff will be offered fixed-term contracts lasting between four and 12 weeks. Benefits include free food during shifts and a 10 per cent discount at both Sainsbury's and Argos, with the discount increasing to 15 per cent every Friday and Saturday at Sainsbury's.

Tracey Clements, chief retail, logistics and supply chain officer at Sainsbury's, said: 'Christmas is always a special time for our customers and colleagues and our seasonal team members help make it happen.' She added that seasonal staff, whether new or returning, would 'play an important role in helping customers celebrate'.

Applications can be made online or in person at local stores.

How it is being reported

• 17,500 seasonal jobs announced as Sainsbury's and Argos recruit for ChristmasSainsbury’s and Argos are hiring 17,500 seasonal Christmas staff across the UK, offering roles in stores, warehouses, fulfilment centres and delivery operationsMalvern Gazette · 10 Oct, 05:00
• 17,500 seasonal jobs announced as Sainsbury's and Argos recruit for ChristmasSainsbury’s and Argos are hiring 17,500 seasonal Christmas staff across the UK, offering roles in stores, warehouses, fulfilment centres and delivery operationsWorcester News · 10 Oct, 05:00

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